Endobronchial histiocytoma.
Histiocytoma is an inflammatory pseudotumor usually found in the lung parenchyma or pleura. Endobronchial localisation is rare and can cause atelectasis or air-trapping. Conventional chest X-ray can show the tumor and secondary pulmonary changes. Conventional tomograms and CT can give additional information about tumor extension. However, to make the final diagnosis, biopsy is necessary.
Vandeurzen
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Department of Radiology, University Hospitals K.U. Leuven, Belgium.
Verschakelen
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D000328:Adult; D001984:Bronchial Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D005260:Female; D005350:Fibroma / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D013902:Radiography, Thoracic; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed